Humility Quote by Charles H. Spurgeon
““We are not worthy to unloose the latchets of Jesus' shoes, because, if we do, we begin to say to ourselves, "What great folks are we; we have been allowed to loose the latchets of the Lord's sandals." If we do not tell somebody else about it with many an exultation, we at least tell ourselves about it, and feel that we are something after all, and ought to be held in no small repute.””
About This Quote
The passage satirically warns against self‑congratulation for minor religious acts, urging humility and honest self‑assessment.
In simple terms: Avoid pride over small religious deeds.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility in spiritual actions.
Themes
humility
religion
pride
Mood
humorous
reflective
Type
satirical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- worship
- personal growth
- community service
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What small acts truly matter to you?
- How can humility be expressed without self‑deprecation?
A Different Perspective
May dismiss genuine gratitude or motivation.
